Is PL30 3AL a safe place to live?

Yes, PL30 3AL is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 5 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of PL30 3AL?

The population for the PL30 3AL area is approximately 391 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

PL30 3AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PL30 3AL.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-11 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

391

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 40,600 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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7/10

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2/10

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7/10

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3/10

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6/10

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1/10

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7/10

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9/10

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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. PL30 3AL's 71% ownership and 47-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PL30 3AL is a safe, established residential area located 0.1km from Brocton in Cornwall. Administratively it sits within Wadebridge West & St Mabyn ward and the North Cornwall constituency.

For families considering a move, PL30 3AL represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PL30 3AL are sourced from Output Area E00095557 (shared with 32 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL30 3AL. The average age is 46.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

48%Active

FT: 29%

Unemployed: 0%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

PL30 3AL has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Roche7.5 km
Bugle9.4 km
Bodmin Parkway10.8 km